Our service is about adding value through guidance and transparency; we really want you to feel informed about the process and comfortable about your decisions.
Here is what our clients are saying about us.
“We’ve worked with a fair share of real estate agents, both for buying and selling properties, but no one even comes CLOSE to Steve West. We met Steve when he was in the process of selling our next door neighbors’ house, a year before we were to put our house on the market. We were impressed by what we saw. Steve’s personalized attention to his clients is unsurpassed. No details of the preparation are overlooked and he’s willing to get his hands a little dirty in the process. Never had an agent go out of his/her way like that. But perhaps more importantly, he has an exquisite eye for staging. What taste! All this wrapped up into the fact that he personally does all the staging himself. He truly goes above and beyond what one would expect of a real estate agent. Highly recommended”
“Steve is a dedicated collaborator in your home-buying experience. I was a first-time buyer with more doubts and questions than buying ambition, and Steve helped alleviate my concerns every step of the way. With a reliable network of contacts in every facet of homeownership, you can rest easy knowing Steve will have your back.”
“We can not recommend Steve enough as a buying agent! Steve was like the the Amex Black Card Concierge of real estate agents. While we expected our agent to be able to walk us through the buying process, Steve goes far far beyond that.
For 2+ months after our house closed, Steve continued to help us through the renovation and move in process. We texted him near daily as he procured and managed our contractors while providing design advice (from the picking the best tile to suite the style of our house to what couch would go best in our space). Our contractors were able to start just a few days after close in a time where our neighbors couldn’t even get a call back on their home renovation projects. Steve makes sure to help tie all of the little details left over that we wouldn’t even think of — trim finishings, tile -> wood transitions, etc.
One Friday night at 10pm, we realized that our house keys were stolen. Not knowing what to do and worried about the safety of our home, we texted Steve. He immediately put us in contact with a locksmith and we were able to get our keys changed out that night.
Steve isn’t just trying to sell a house, but to make sure his clients are able to move and settle into a home they love. We 100% have Steve in our speed dial for any future home buying/selling projects.”
“Quite simply put, Steve is the best. As both a real estate agent and interior designer, Steve knows all the right questions to ask and has a keen eye for detail. His proactiveness throughout the home buying process was extremely helpful and he went above and beyond to help me as a first time home buyer. He continually answered questions, assisted with local connections, was always quick to respond and was pivotal throughout the whole process. Steve also provided ample ideas around furnishing and customizing the home, transforming it from a dream home to a personal oasis. If I ever have future design projects and updates, I know he’ll be the first person I call. I would recommend Steve to anyone looking to buy, sell or redecorate their home and know that they would walk away feeling just as grateful as I did.”
“Steve is an incredible stager and real estate agent. We first met Steve and were incredibly impressed by his staging. He had done his homework and came to our house already with a vision of how to make it sparkle and shine – highlight all the spaces and accentuate the outdoor living space and other key aspects of the home for these crazy times. Right from the start he was providing great perspectives not just on staging but how best to position and sell the house- so much we asked him to take over being our agent after our initial agent couldn’t sell our place in 2 and a half months! And just like that- within a week of Steve having the listing we had a buyer- even in the crazy world of COVID and no open houses. Steve was always wonderful to work with- so responsive, proactive and incredibly committed! We absolutely recommend working with Steve for staging, selling, anything real estate related!”
“We met Steve 7 years ago as first time buyers when my husband and I were buying our first home in San Francisco. He was incredibly patient as he walked us through the whole process - finding us the right inspectors, mortgage brokers, movers etc. to make the whole experience incredible. Fast forward to present, we were ready to buy our “forever home” with a lot more criteria and we were able to find the perfect home. In spite of the fact that we were buying a home during the pandemic, Steve was able to help us navigate the process beautifully. This time, the property was a lot bigger and needed a lot more inspections and expert opinions. Steve managed to get it all arranged in an incredibly timely fashion. We just moved into our new home 2 days ago and we could not be happier. I am incredibly grateful to Steve and would highly recommend him to anyone buying/selling properties in the Bay Area!”
“Steve is The Expert in his field. Steve knows exactly what a buyer is looking for when purchasing a home and guided us in preparing our house for market. He meticulously and artfully staged our home while managing time lines and deadlines in order to get us to market as quickly as possible. During this time he also implemented a strategic marketing plan that included photos, video, magazine and web which maximized our homes exposure. We celebrated the close of sale 4 weeks after we went to market and couldn’t be happier with our partnership and guidance from Steve.”
“I would give Steven 10 stars if I could. He really went way above and beyond to sell my home and I highly recommend him to get the absolutely best price for your house in San Francisco. I was injured and unable to participate much in getting the house ready for sale. Unlike any realtor in my past experiences I contacted Steven and he willingly took care of cleaning up the house and garden from the mess left by tenants, then he staged the house in a thoughtful artistic and creative way as part of his fee. The staging truly was outstanding and showed the house in its best possible light. It was also unique and not the usual vanilla staging everyone else does and normally charges the seller large amounts of money for. Instead, Steven included the staging in his commission. My house was very small but he found creative ways to present the space with bonus areas included so that a buyer looking at the listing would want to come and see it. He was totally willing to meet contractors, inspectors, and buyers at the property on short notice since I couldn’t be there. The Open Houses were mobbed with buyers. Steven’s negotiating skills are masterful and at the same time his emails to buyers and their agents were respectful and gentle which reflected positively on me as a seller. We had 18 offers and I got a price much highest than I thought I would get and can honestly say that Steven was responsible for the amazing results. I can enthusiastically recommend him and know that he gives 110% to his work and also clearly loves his work, and outstanding at what he does.”
“Over the past decade, Steve has helped us buy our first home, remodel our kitchen, buy a second home and sell our first home. Through all these endeavors, we have gotten close and he is more a friend now than a real estate agent to us. He is honest, sincere and always looking out for our best interests. He is tremendously resourceful beyond just buying and selling homes. Would definitely recommend Steve to anyone looking to buy/sell in the Bay Area!!”
“Steve was an absolute pleasure to work with throughout our home buying experience. Steve is extremely responsive throughout our home buying process and always made time to come see homes with us. He is helpful in providing a POV on the property itself, but also what it could become with a bit of remodeling work.
We ended up purchasing a property which we liked, but wanted to do a meaningful update on - remodeling 3 bathrooms and the entire kitchen. This was not a small project to undertake, especially for people who have never done it before. We could not have done this without Steve’s help.
Steve helped line up the contractors for us, came multiple times with us to the supply store to pick out tile, fixtures, etc, managed the contractors throughout the process, even helped pick up the trash which was piling up in our garage - there was almost nothing that Steve didn’t / wouldn’t do to help us get our project finished. Although there were some bumps in the road, Steve worked quickly to help us get them resolved (i.e. hounding our contractors everyday). We text Steve constantly, asking him about status checks on contractors, questions about furnishings designs, etc. - Steve always responds in a fast, calm and helpful manner, even in moments of panic from us (as all first time remodelers will inevitably experience).
Most of our friends could not believe how far above and beyond Steve was going to help us with our remodel after we had purchased our house. We could not recommend Steve more to everyone we know!”
“Steve is the hardest working real estate agent I have met. I was able to leave my home to him knowing it was in good hands. Steve is reliable, trustworthy, knowledgeable, responsive and an excellent interior designer/stager. Our home was on the market and under contract within a week and sold for over ask. All of our expectations were exceeded and I highly recommend Steve.”
“Steven was my realtor on my home purchase in San Francisco and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. His level of professionalism, attention to detail, and knowledge of real estate are second to none. As a first time home buyer, I also had a lot of questions, and Steven’s balance of patience and sound advice proved invaluable. And when it comes time for negotiations, Steven is the man you want at your side. Highest recommendations for Steven. A+!!”
“Steve helped me purchase my first home in the Mission in San Francisco. Steve was an amazing help during the entire process. His expertise in the San Francisco market is superb - as his eye for the details that a first time buyer, or anyone else for that matter may easily overlook. He is hardworking, personable, kind and resourceful. He listens, and understands what his clients want. He then makes sure to identify properties that not only serves his clients’ needs but also has great ROI down the line. I also know Steve is also a superb seller’s agent - even providing free staging to his clients. His commitment to his clients, his eye for details and his elegant staging designs result in consistent significantly over-asking sales. When the time comes for me to sell my property, I cannot imagine working with someone else. I strongly recommend Steve to any potential seller or buyer in San Francisco.”
“Steve and his team have done amazing work for me and my spouse. They found an-ideal house for us in the Oakland Hills, with lots of space for the price, loads of character, and gorgeous views. They even went to see it during a weekday without us and, realizing it was a great fit for us and a gem, arranged for us to return the same evening. They worked through the evening so that we could submit our offer the next morning, and helped us expedite the appraisal and financing to ensure that our purchase was successful. Steve even went out of his way, using his own time and energy, to help me renovate and upgrade my old SF condo, and marketed and sold it for me, demonstrating a thorough understanding of the SF market. If you need a realtor who really knows the Bay Area market, is passionate about real estate, and knows how to get things accomplished, I highly recommend Steve.”
Buy It.
Finding the right home, and knowing how to create clever solutions with the space can mean everything when it comes to living in a home, or using a space for income. We have extensive knowledge of the local markets as well as years of experience with rentals and sales. Our keen eye for value and love of rehab and design can help you find clever solutions for less than ideal situations. Let us help you find the right move-in ready or fixer property. We love a challenge.
Sell It.
Whether you want to upgrade your home because of a growing family, or just to downsize and simplify, whatever the reason, the way you sell your home can make all the difference. We get more views online, more in-home traffic and more offers if you sell with us. We are the Marin | SF | Pacifica one stop shop for home prep, staging, marketing and selling your home faster and for more. We may not sell as many homes as others, but we sell it right the first time.
Stage It.
We not only help sell and buy properties. We stage them professionally all over the Bay Area. Our team owns and operates a very successful staging company, used by some of the other most successful names in real estate. We can offer you our expertise as well as a one stop shop for anyone looking to sell a home for the top price. We also help buyers with a move in and style service that includes your cherished furniture and artwork as well as new pieces we source just for your new home.
